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Milk chocolate with peanuts
Frutos Secos
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Milk chocolate with peanuts is a delicious combination that brings together the smoothness and sweetness of milk chocolate with the flavor and crunchy texture of roasted or caramelized peanuts. This ingredient is widely used in the creation of desserts, pastries, energy bars, and candies, providing a perfect balance between creaminess and crunch.
Milk chocolate is made from a mixture of cocoa, milk, and sugar, and its origin is linked to cocoa-producing countries in Latin America and Africa. On the other hand, the peanut is a legume native to South America, which has been cultivated since ancient times by indigenous peoples, and is today one of the most consumed nuts worldwide.
Regarding its properties, milk chocolate with peanuts is a quick source of energy due to its content of sugars and healthy fats present in the peanuts. In addition, peanuts provide plant-based proteins, fiber, and minerals such as magnesium and potassium, while milk chocolate contains antioxidants and small amounts of calcium. However, it is recommended to consume it in moderation due to its caloric content.
In different regions of Hispanic America, this ingredient may have various synonyms or colloquial names, such as chocolate con maní, chocolate con cacahuate (especially in Mexico), or chocolate con mani (without an accent, used in some South American countries).
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